The Big Picture

The 2024 Movie Auction. Plus: Jake Johnson!

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Jan 16, 2024

Guest Jake Johnson, a first-time feature director, joins the hosts to talk about his movie 'Self Reliance' and how it fits into his career arc. The hosts also auction draft their most anticipated movies for 2024, including 'Dune Part 2' and 'Challengers.' They discuss natural disasters, speculate on plotlines for 'Rebel Moon 2' and 'Furiosa Medmax Saga,' and reflect on the themes of life and death in current events.

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Social Media Preferences and Engagement

Movie Auction Rules and Criteria

06:23 • 13min

Experiences with Natural Disasters

Speculating on Rebel Moon 2 and Furiosa Medmax Saga

Bidding War and Protein Plates

Angie Taylor Joy, Noteworthy Driving Challenges, and Critiques of Tom Hardy's Enunciation

Various Films and Award Expectations

Bidding on Movies and Banter

42:31 • 13min

Kevin Costner's Influence and Independent Fundraising

55:42 • 13min

Personal Opinions on Art and Movies

01:09:02 • 2min

Unique and Disappointing Movie Titles

01:10:39 • 3min

Existence of Crying, Earthquakes, and Trader Joe's Recipes

01:13:46 • 2min

Stretching, Releasing Hips, and a Conversation with Jake Johnson

01:15:17 • 2min

The Importance of Partnership in Filmmaking

01:17:09 • 8min

Themes of Life and Death

01:24:53 • 12min

Navigating Success and Decline in the Entertainment Industry

01:37:06 • 14min

Reflections on Directing and Future Projects

01:50:59 • 12min